General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
31
What is the term for raising the ball dangerously into a group of players?
Answer:
Dangerous Play
While aerial balls are allowed, raising the ball into a crowded area or in a manner that endangers players is penalized as 'Dangerous Play'.
32
Who was the captain of the Indian team that won the first Olympic gold in 1928?
Answer:
Jaipal Singh Munda
Jaipal Singh Munda captained the Indian team to its first historic Olympic gold medal at the 1928 Amsterdam Games.
33
What is the height of the backboard inside the goal?
Answer:
460 mm (18 inches)
The backboard at the bottom of the goal is 460 mm high. For a goal to count from a direct hit (not a flick/scoop) during a PC, the ball must hit this board.
34
Which country won the Women's Hockey World Cup a record 9 times (as of 2022)?
Answer:
Netherlands
The Netherlands women's team is the most dominant force in female hockey history, having won the World Cup 9 times.
35
What happens if a match ends in a draw in the knockout stage of a major tournament?
Answer:
Penalty Shoot-out
In modern hockey, if a knockout match is drawn at full time, it proceeds directly to a penalty shoot-out (no extra time).
36
When did India win its last Olympic Gold medal in hockey?
Answer:
1980
India won its last Olympic gold medal at the 1980 Moscow Olympics, defeating Spain in the final.
37
What is the name of the Argentinian men's hockey team?
Answer:
Los Leones (The Lions)
The Argentina men's team is nicknamed Los Leones (The Lions). The women's team is Las Leonas.
38
How many minutes is the break between the first and second quarter (and third and fourth)?
Answer:
2 minutes
Under current FIH rules, the breaks between the 1st-2nd quarters and 3rd-4th quarters are 2 minutes long. The halftime break is longer.
39
Which Pakistani player was nicknamed 'The Flying Horse'?
Answer:
Samiullah Khan
Samiullah Khan was a legendary left-winger for Pakistan, nicknamed 'The Flying Horse' for his incredible speed on the field.
40
In a penalty corner, the ball must travel outside the shooting circle before a goal can be scored. What is this called?
Answer:
Clearing the line
After the ball is injected (pushed out), it must travel outside the circle (usually stopped by a teammate) before it can be shot at the goal.